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Universal Audio takes on Auto-Tune with Topline Vocal Tune – and promises pitch-perfect vocals "from the first take"
Based on the vocal tuner from UA’s Topline Vocal Suite, the new “ultra-low-latency” plugin adds Elastic and Sustain controls and MIDI repitching
“What is it? Do you know the wacky chord?”: Paul McCartney shows you how to play the mystery guitar chord that kickstarted his new album – but he still doesn’t know what it’s called
“These notes are D, C, Eb and B,” he confirms
FIFA World Cup Stadium Music Curation
Ever wondered how the soundtrack to the world’s biggest sporting events gets made? On this week’s episode of Billboard On The Record, sports DJ and music curator Grayson Repp shares how he found himse
Marcello Hernández to Host 2026 ESPYS
The Saturday Night Live standout joins a long line of comedians to host the show.
Kelela Lines Up North America and Europe Tour
She also shared “Point Blank,” her latest New Avatar single
“The very guitar Ace played at Kiss’s legendary four night residency at Japan’s Nippon Budokan arena”: Ace Frehley’s iconic ‘Budokan’ Les Paul Custom sells at auction for $512,000
The 1975 Cherry Sunburst Les Paul Custom was the late Kiss guitarists go-to electric in the late '70s and was all over Love Gun
The Afghan Whigs Unveil New Album 'Soft Control' and Announce 2026 Tour
The venerable alternative rock band also released a new single, "Jungle Roux." The Afghan Whigs Announce New Album Soft Control and 2026 Tour Dates Travis Bland
Kelela Announces Tour and Releases New Single
She also shared “Point Blank,” her latest New Avatar single
Marcello Hernández to Host 2026 ESPYS
The Saturday Night Live standout joins a long line of comedians to host the show.
How Does FIFA Curate Stadium Music for the World Cup? | Billboard On The Record
Ever wondered how the soundtrack to the world’s biggest sporting events gets made? On this week’s episode of Billboard On The Record, sports DJ and music curator Grayson Repp shares how he found himself at the intersection of sports and music — and what it takes to build the perfect setlist for spor
The Afghan Whigs Announce New Album Soft Control and 2026 Tour Dates
The venerable alternative rock band also released a new single, "Jungle Roux." The Afghan Whigs Announce New Album Soft Control and 2026 Tour Dates Travis Bland
The Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson hits out at crowd for “fucking ignorant” patriotic chant at Florida show
“I don't know what you have to be so proud of right now”
Federal appeals court reverses 2 Live Crew catalogue ruling
Back in October 2024, veteran rap group 2 Live Crew won a legal battle over the termination rights for their recordings catalogue. They had faced off in court against label Lil Joe Records, which had acquired the catalogue in the mid-1990s. As we noted in our reporting at the time, the case hinged o
WOMAD Glasgow Festival Cancelled for 2026 Due to Low Ticket Sales
The Glasgow edition was set to take place next month, and would be the first Scottish edition of the festival founded by Peter Gabriel
Family-Friendly Entertainment Slate for 2026 Announced
From returning series to new films and shows, check out the releases that everyone can enjoy.
Kelela Announces Tour and Releases New Single
She also shared “Point Blank,” her latest New Avatar single
WOMAD Glasgow 2026 cancelled over low ticket sales after year off
The Glasgow edition was set to take place next month, and would be the first Scottish edition of the festival founded by Peter Gabriel
Audience Member Steps In for Keyboardist During Live 'La La Land' Performance
“I took a little bit of a creative liberty and just decided to improvise, which I think ended up being a good choice,” says 21-year-old student Sterling Nasa
The Creation of a Rock Anthem Born from a Post-Disaster Show
“It was this gigantic sound,” says super-fan Joe Bonamassa
Chrissie Hynde Criticizes Audience Phone Use During Live Shows
She said the "entitled" behaviour had become "an unpleasant fug"